CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
TIPPY TOES (Ages 4-5) This level begins with the
development and enjoyment of music and movement as well as enforcing a positive
image for each student. This class is one
hour in length and will be a combination of Ballet and Tap techniques. Basic ballet and tap terms and steps will be
introduced along with simple routines that will be performed in the spring
recital. The student will also be
working on strengthening and coordination exercises that will assist in the
development of the skills the dancer will need for the next level.
PRE-BALLET (Ages 5-7): This level will be a
continuation of skills in both Ballet and Tap.
This class is one hour in length.
There will be an introduction of more complex skills and the routines
will also become more complex as their skills progress. Students at this level will begin mastering
the basic ballet skills needed to progress further into their dance education.
LEVEL 1 (Ages 8-10): At this level, the dancer is
expected to become more disciplined in their training. New to this level will be an introduction to
Jazz technique. Also, this level will
break down the dancer’s training into a 45 min. ballet class, while splitting
the tap and jazz technique. The dancer
will continue to be introduced to more complex skills while still mastering the
basics of all three of the techniques.
LEVEL 2 (Ages
11-13): The dancer at this level will be expected to remain
disciplined and self-dedicated to their training. The dancer will be introduced to Ballet
Conditioning, which is required at this level.
The ballet conditioning class will begin to condition and strengthen the
dancers body for further development. The dancer will continue to learn and master
their technical skills through ballet, tap and jazz classes. At this level, the
dancer’s technique classes are further broken down to a 45 min for each
(ballet, tap and jazz) class.
LEVEL 3 (Ages 13+): Dancers at this level are
advanced in their training with the dancer focusing on pursuing a possible
professional career in dance. Whether the student directs their attention to
the possibilities of teaching, performing or college curriculum, they are
expected to be extremely disciplined and self-dedicated to their training. The dancer will be expected to not only train
in the studio, but to also seek outside experiences to further enhance their
training. (such opportunities will be set up through
either the instructor or the studio) The dancer will be expected to take a 1
hour ballet class, a 1 hour ballet conditioning class, a 1 hour jazz class and
a 45 min tap class.
CLASS SCHEDULE 2005/2006
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J. Basile Dance Project 4+yrs |
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1 8-10yrs |
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2 11-13yrs |
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Pointe Beg/Int |
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Hip
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W –
Wall Gym B – Ballet Register at the
Gym or online at www.devlingymnastics.com
T –
Tap BC – Ballet
Conditioning
J -
Jazz JT – Jazz
Technique
J. Basile Dance Project at
Devlin Gymnastics
PROJECT DIRECTOR: Jennifer Basile
INSTRUCTORS: Jennifer
Basile, Amanda Gratton
& Jamie Bick
CLASS ATTIRE
Tippy
Toes & Pre-Ballet:
Class Attire - The dancer is required to
wear a black leotard and pink or white tights.
It is important that the dancer’s hair is securely pulled back into a
ponytail or bun to avoid any distraction.
The child should not be wearing any jewelry, small post earrings are
acceptable. The child should not be
wearing anything with a skirt or shorts attached as it becomes difficult to
make sure the child=s positions are accurate.
Shoes - Pink ballet slippers and
black tap shoes. Please make sure that
the shoe fits the child and is not sized to allow room for growth. Too much or not enough room in a shoe can
create discomfort for the dancer and also makes it hard for the teacher to view
accurate development. It is at the
younger stages that a child’s foot should be developed properly to avoid future
injury and misplacement.
Levels
Class Attire - The dancer is
required to wear a black leotard and pink or white tights. It is important that the dancer’s hair is
securely pulled back into a ponytail or bun to avoid any distraction. The child should not be wearing any jewelry,
small post earrings are acceptable. At
this level ballet skirts or tight fitting short dance shorts or bike shorts are
allowed.
Shoes - Pink ballet slippers,
black tap and jazz shoes (please see catalog).
Please make sure that the shoe fits the child and is not sized to allow
room for growth. Too much or not enough
room in a shoe can create discomfort for the dancer and also makes it hard for
the teacher to view accurate development.
It is at the younger stages that a child’s foot should be developed
properly to avoid future injury and misplacement.
Dance Supply Locations
Target: (any location) Tippy Toes & Pre-Ballet can purchase leotards, tights
and appropriate shoes
Discount Dance
Supply:
(phone or online) 1-800-328-7107 or www.discountdance.com
Unforgettable
Body Wear: (Route 9 South, Howell)
KAS: Lakewood & Eatontown stores
SPRING RECITAL
- Students are not required to
participate in the Recital; however, it is strongly recommended.
- Initial Recital information
packets will be handed out in December 2004 and detailed packets in January
2005.
- Please be aware that you will
be required to make a deposit on your recital costumes in November 2004. We appreciate that at this time you let the
instructor know whether or not your child will be participating in the recital to
avoid confusion with choreography. If
you make a costume deposit with the intentions of participating in the spring
recital, you are therefore responsible for the balance of the costume. There are no refunds or cancellations for
ordered costumes. This is a policy that exists with the costume companies.
PERFORMING COMPANY
The dance company is selected through audition and
invitation only. Speak with your
instructor if you are interested.
Additional technique classes and choreography will be required.